5-Digit Postal Codes Sweden
| QUICK FACTS | |
|---|---|
| Number of Areas | 10613 |
| Total Digits | 5 |
| Range | 11115 - 98499 |
About 5-Digit Postal Codes Sweden
About
Sweden's postal code data depicts the boundaries of approximately 16,100 postcode areas. This postal code system was developed in 1968 by the Swedish Mail Service (PostNord Sverige) on behalf of the Swedish Post and Telecom Authority to aid in efficient mail routing across the country.
Range
The current postal codes (postnummer) in Sweden (SE) range from 11115 - 98499. The lowest 5-digit postal code (11115) targets the Swedish capital of Stockholm. The highest postal code (98499) is located in Pajala; This is a Swedish municipality in the Norrbotten county (bordering Finland).
Structure
Swedish postal codes consist of five characters. These characters represent the following:
- 1xxxx: The first digit represents a county or province—for example, postal codes beginning with 1 represent areas within Stockholm.
- x1xxx: The second digit represents a specific city or area. With the exception of Stockholm, areas in the south are depicted by lower numbers than areas in the north.
- xx1xx: The third digit indicates the type of delivery, such as mail boxes, business addresses, or regular mail delivery.
- xxx11: The fourth and fifth digit indicate a specific geographic area within the city or boundary.
Level
| 5-Digit Postal Codes | 10,613 |
| Municipalities | 290 |
| 2-Digit Postal Codes | 83 |
| Counties | 21 |
Facts
Fact #1
Sweden has one of the highest standards of living in the world and offers universal healthcare and free higher education.
Fact #2
The country is famous for its contributions to music, with artists like ABBA and producers like Max Martin.
Fact #3
Over 50% of Sweden is covered by forests, making it one of the most forested countries in Europe.
Quick Insights
What are postal codes called in Sweden?
Yes. These are better known as area Postnummer. People also refer to postal codes as PIN codes. This is an short for Postal Index Number.
What is the length of postal codes in Sweden?
Postal codes in Sweden count 5 digits.
How many postal codes are there in Sweden?
Currently, the Swedish 5-digit postal codes consist of 10613 areas.
How many postal codes are within a 10-mile radius of Vasa Museum, Stockholm?
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